For half a century, hip-hop has been a boon to the world. Now, the Recording Academy is paying its respects.
The lineup for the 2023 GRAMMYs has expanded with the addition of a historic segment celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop in 2023.
Showcasing the genre's rich history and continued global influence, this portion of the show will feature electrifying performances by Big Boi, Busta Rhymes with Spliff Star, De La Soul, DJ Drama, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Missy Elliott, Future, GloRilla, Grandmaster Flash, Grandmaster Mele Mel & Scorpio/Ethiopian King, Ice-T, Lil Baby, Lil Wayne, The Lox, Method Man, Nelly, Public Enemy, Queen Latifah, Rahiem, Rakim, RUN-DMC, Salt-N-Pepa and Spinderella, Scarface, Swizz Beatz, and Too $hort.
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LL COOL J will introduce the segment, perform and give a dedication to hip-hop. Questlove will serve as producer and musical director, music will be provided by the Roots and said hip-hop ensemble Black Thought will narrate.
This GRAMMYs segment is produced by Questlove, Jesse Collins, Patrick Menton of Fulwell 73, Creative Producer Fatima Robinson, and Questlove's manager and President of LNU, Shawn Gee.
"For five decades, hip-hop has not only been a defining force in music, but a major influence on our culture," said Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. "Its contributions to art, fashion, sport, politics, and society cannot be overstated. I'm so proud that we are honoring it in such a spectacular way on the GRAMMY stage. It is just the beginning of our year-long celebration of this essential genre of music."
The all-star performance is part of Paramount Global's companywide initiative to honor the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. Paramount announced an extensive slate of new and returning content offerings and initiatives that celebrates the culture across the media and entertainment company's portfolio of leading broadcast, cable, streaming and digital brands.
In partnership with the Recording Academy, CBS will broadcast a special Hip Hop music event later in 2023. More information on the global initiative can be found here.
Don't miss this spectacular showcase at the 2023 GRAMMYs, which will air live on Sunday, Feb. 5, from Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena, and it will broadcast live on the CBS Television Network and stream live and on-demand on Paramount+ at 8-11:30 p.m. ET / 5-8:30 p.m. PT.
Additionally, don't forget to log on to live.GRAMMY.com for an exclusive second-screen experience.
Keep checking GRAMMY.com for more information about the GRAMMYs' year-long celebration of hip-hop — and we'll see you at Music's Biggest Night!